Protein power: What your horse needs, and how to feed it
“Why should you care about the protein quality of your horse’s diet, and what whole food protein sources are available?”
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Author: Juliet M Getty
Cannabidiol (CBD) and horses: What is it good for?
Cannabis sativa L. is the “umbrella term” for the plants known as hemp and marijuana. Marijuana is particularly high in THC, the cannabinoid that creates a psychoactive “high.” CBD, on the other hand, does not create this effect.
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Help! My horse has ulcers – what supplements should I feed?
The cause of most ulcers is not having access to forage at all times, 24/7, all day and all night.
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Salt vs. electrolyte supplements – an important distinction
Sweating from work, or heat and humidity increases a horse’s need for salt. It also increases the need for other electrolytes, such as potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
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The need for feed: Here’s how to feed your ageing horse
There are fairly predictable changes, however, that go along with growing old, no matter what age they become noticeable.
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Five things that all horses need
No fancy new feed or supplement will truly matter without first meeting five foundational principles that are true for all horses, regardless of age, breed, condition, or purpose.
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The protein problem: Why horses need more than you think
Four directions amino acids can take – and the importance of feeding several protein sources.
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So long, soy: Hemp gaining popularity among horse owners
The love affair with soy is starting to fade. An increasing number of horse feed manufacturers are coming out with soy-free lines following consumer demand.
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Empty fields, captive horses: Why stabling can be harmful to your horse
All body systems, including cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, neuromuscular, and skeletal systems depend on exercise to remain sound.
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Keep calm and carry on: Four favorite calming supplements
Restricting forage where the stomach becomes empty is the main cause of behavioral issues.
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Three feeding myths that make for an unhealthy horse
Feeding misconceptions can occur when well-meaning horse owners try to do their best for their equines.
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Laminitis alert: “Double trouble” for horses cause autumn insulin rise
When the nighttime temperature remains below 41°F (5°C) for 2 to 3 weeks, cool season grasses are high in non-structural carbohydrates, even in the daytime.
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Non-GMO horse feed: It’s not necessarily safe
There is little research that specifically looks at glyphosate’s impact on horse’s health.
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Spooky horse? Feeding more fat could be the answer
Gram for gram, fat provides more than double the calories than what carbohydrates (or protein) can offer. And it is well digested. But there’s an added bonus: Fat has a calming effect on horses’ behavior.
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The good oil on flaxseeds and why your horse needs them
Linseed or flaxseeds are high in fat. The type of fat is what makes them so special.
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Five plus a day? Yes, you can add fruit to your horse’s diet
Juliet Getty explains how fruit can round out a horse’s diet beyond traditional supplements.
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Are you keeping your horse fat by not feeding him?
Reducing calories through depriving forage ironically keeps your horse overweight.
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The equine obesity epidemic: How to get your horse’s health back on track
Reducing inflammatory stress is the key to helping your horse beat the bulge.
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An equine art form: Grass and the insulin resistant horse
Pasture grazing is the best way to keep your horse healthy. Grasses are not only highly nutritious, but grazing supports both physical and mental health.
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Gastric ulcers and your horse: Beating bute’s side effects
To protect against ulcers, many veterinarians will prescribe omeprazole, but there are real concerns with the continued use of this drug.
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